Mindfulness in Positive Psychology : The Science of Meditation and Wellbeing

19 Beyond mindfulness: The power of self-compassion, purpose, play, and confidence in the clinical treatment of the depressed client -- 20 Mindfulness yoga in pregnancy: A promising positive treatment augmentation for women experiencing depression or anxiety -- Index Mindfulness in Positive Psychology brings together the latest thinking in these two important disciplines. Positive psychology, the science of wellbeing and strengths, is the fastest growing branch of psychology, offering an optimal home for the research and application of mindfulness. As we contemplate mindfulness in the context of positive psychology, meaningful insights are being revealed in relation to our mental and physical health. The book features chapters from leading figures from mindfulness and positive psychology, offering an exciting combination of topics. Mindfulness is explored in relation to flow, meaning, parenthood, performance, sports, obesity, depression, pregnancy, spirituality, happiness, mortality, and many other ground-breaking topics. This is an invitation to rethink about mindfulness in ways that truly expands our understanding of wellbeing. Mindfulness in Positive Psychology will appeal to a readership of students and practitioners, as well as those interested in mindfulness, positive psychology, or other relevant areas such as education, healthcare, clinical psychology, counselling psychology, occupational psychology, and coaching. The book explores cutting edge theories, research, and practical exercises, which will be relevant to all people interested in this area, and particularly those who wish to enhance their wellbeing via mindfulness. Cover -- Title -- Copyright -- Dedication -- Contents -- Mindfulness in positive psychology: An introduction -- Part I Positive psychology interventions -- 1 Mindfulness-based strengths practice (MBSP) for enhancing well-being, managing problems, and boosting positive relationships -- 2 Self-compassion: Embracing suffering with kindness -- 3 Mindful parenting begins at the beginning: Potential benefits of perinatal meditation training for family well-being -- 4 Mindfulness and performance -- 5 The relevance of mindful eating for addressing youth obesity Pt. 1. Positive psychology interventions -- pt. 2. Positive theory and mechanisms of mindfulness -- pt. 3. Mindfulness for health practitioners and carers -- pt. 4. Mindfulness in spirituality -- pt. 5. Mindful therapy